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    From ‘eyes-off’ hype to ‘hands-free’ reality: Premium OEMs bet big on L2+
    While automakers from China to North America have publicly confirmed their intentions to pursue Level 3, others most notably the early adopter German premiums are subtly easing off their Level 3 ambitions as their latest Level 2+ systems come to market. BMW, Mercedes‑Benz and Stellantis all went to market with highly publicized Level 3 plans, and both German automakers have Level 3 systems in market today in very limited availability. But each has discovered that the combination of high cos...
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    Rapid Response 2026: Updated forecast assumptions amidst the Iran war
    S&P Global Mobility’s fourth Rapid Response of 2026 discusses our latest forecast assumptions -- and the potential for an oil price shock situation before the end of 2026. At time of writing, the April 2026 light-vehicle sales and production forecasts are in development. The figures here reflect our early draft thinking and are subject to some change. The light-vehicle sales and production forecasts will be available to clients in mid-April; the next forecast round for the medium and heavy dut...
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    BEV-native leadership and established OEM transition in SDV readiness
    The recent adoption by many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of an electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture based on zone controllers supporting a software-defined vehicle (SDV) is slowly replacing distributed electronic control architectures that rely on small pieces of control code housed and distributed widely inside isolated electronic control units (ECUs). This new approach centralizes the hardware processing and memory in fewer, more powerful control units that will house functional...
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    Understanding the software-defined vehicle (SDV) ecosystem
    The S&P Global Mobility SDV Ecosystem Report 2025 provides a comprehensive, end‑to‑end view of the global automotive software supply chain. The report is built around the S&P Global Mobility SDV Ecosystem Forecast that provides a complete mapping of the automotive software stack—from Cloud to Hypervisor—across all OEMs, brands, and nameplates. It reveals in‑house vs. outsourced development, supplier market share, and evolving OEM strategies tied to electrification, autonomy, and next...
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    DRAM Chip Shortage - The next Crisis ahead?
    As automotive DRAM demand accelerates with the rise of software-defined vehicles, AI cockpits, and advanced ADAS, supply constraints are emerging as the next major industry risk. This report examines the origins of the shortage, the industry’s exposure, and why there is no clear or near-term resolution in sight.
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    CATL partners with logistics company STO Express to promote fleet electrification
    The world's largest battery manufacturer, CATL, and Chinese logistics company STO Express have signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Ningde, Fujian province, where CATL is headquartered, to promote fleet electrification. According to an announcement April 3, the partnership will focus on green logistics, vehicle electrification, charging and battery swap facility networks and full life-cycle battery management, with the aim of addressing high fuel costs in mainline logistics transportat...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies GEOLANDAR X-CV tires for Toyota C-HR electric SUV
    Yokohama Rubber is supplying its GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment to Toyota Motor for use on the all-new C-HR battery-electric sport utility vehicle, which was launched in North America in March. The electric SUV is fitted with tires in 235/50R20 100V size. The GEOLANDAR X-CV focuses on high-speed performance and drivability while achieving a high level of balance among safety, comfort, durability and fuel efficiency. It represents a new generation in highway terrain tires meeting t...
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    Bolt Mobility
    Bolt Mobility Corporation manufactures mobility products, including electric scooters, bikes, and mopeds for providing micromobility services at strategic locations in urban areas that allow for point-to-point travel. It offers transportation services in dense, crowded cities using electric scooters, bikes, and mopeds. It The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Miami, Florida.
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    Simple Energy
    Simple Energy Private Limited operates as a manufacturer of electric two-wheel vehicles. The company provides electric scooters, including a model referred to as the Simple One, and offers a companion mobile application for users to manage and enhance their riding experience. The scooters feature a charging port, maximized storage area, and precision brakes. The company facilitates pre-booking and order fulfillment for its electric scooters, and provides dealership opportunities and support for ...
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    Skip
    Skip Transport, Inc. provides electric scooter rental and share services, through an application where you can find a scooter, scan a code to unlock it, and take the scooter for use. Skip Transport, Inc. was formerly known as Waybots Inc.and changed its name to Skip Transport, Inc. in July 2018. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California. On August 4, 2021, Skip Transport, Inc. filed a voluntary petition for liquidation under Chapter 7 in the U.S. Bankruptcy C...
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    Velopower
    Velopower, Inc. manufactures e-scooters and e-bikes. The company designs mobility products, such as e-bikes that help users be closer to the environment. It sell its products through online and in stores. Velopower, Inc. was founded in 2019 and is based in Bellmawr, New Jersey.
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    Windrose Technology
    Windrose Technology engages in long-haul trucking. It develops energy intelligent driving heavy truck overall solution that delivers zero-emission, smart-driving trucks worldwide. The company was founded in 2022 and is based in Hefei, China.
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    Jaguar Land Rover, Chery revive Freelander as independent EV brand in mainland China
    The joint venture between Chery Automobile and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) announced the revival of the Freelander brand, unveiling an aggressive product road map aimed at mainland China's luxury electric vehicle market. At an event in Shanghai on March 31, Freelander was elevated to an independent brand that will roll out six EV models over the next five years, averaging one new vehicle every six months, with the first model slated to debut in mainland China in the second half of 2026. To suppor...
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    Geely Tech EU and 3SS launch entertainment hub for Zeekr across Europe
    Geely Technology Europe, the European research and development center of Geely Auto Group, previously known as Zeekr Technology Europe, and 3SS have announced the launch of Zeekr's Entertainment Hub, a next-generation in-car media platform being rolled out across multiple Zeekr models in Europe. The platform combines Geely Technology Europe's intelligent software expertise with 3SS' 3Ready Automotive platform and is presented as a significant step in Zeekr's progress toward software-defined vehi...
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    BMW plans to relocate recycling center to Wackersdorf site in Germany
    BMW is relocating its Recycling and Dismantling Center (RDC) from Unterschleißheim to the company's Wackersdorf site, both in Bavaria, Germany, where it will significantly expand the facility into a technologically advanced competence center for circularity. Commissioning of the new site is scheduled for early 2029. “Our new competence center in Wackersdorf will be a core component of our circular value chain and will help make the mobility of the future more&...
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    Volvo Cars to consolidate global production of Polestar 3 electric SUV at Ridgeville plant in US
    Volvo Cars and Polestar will consolidate the global production of the Polestar 3 all-electric sport utility vehicle at Volvo Cars' plant in Ridgeville outside Charleston in South Carolina, US. The Polestar 3 is also produced in Chengdu, mainland China. Both Volvo Cars and Polestar are owned by the mainland Chinese automotive group Zhejiang Geely Holding Group. This change further reinforces the strategic role of Volvo's US plant as a key manufacturing site for Volvo Cars and Polestar, enabled...
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    Daechang Motors
    Daechang Motors Co.,Ltd designs, develops, and produces electric vehicles. The company offers the DANIGO-C, DANIGO-T, DANIGO-R, DANIGO-L, DANIGO-W, DANIGO Plus, and DANIGO EV VAN. It serves businesses in South Korea and internationally. The company was fo
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    Rox Smart Technology
    Shanghai Rox Smart Technology Co Ltd, a car-making company, manufactures vehicles in China. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Shanghai, China.
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    Upshift
    Upshift, Inc. provides a car subscription service that offers access to vehicles through flexible membership plans as an alternative to car ownership. The company offers members access to a fleet of hybrid vehicles for a set number of days per month, with customizable plans and options for unused days and miles to roll over. It manages vehicle delivery and pickup, ensures cars are clean and maintained, and equips vehicles with requested accessories such as snow chains, surfboard racks, or dog se...
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    Yassir
    SPA YASSIR operates a platform offering ride-hailing, last-mile delivery, and on-demand services, and is expanding into financial services. The company provides a mobile application platform for ride-hailing, enabling users to request taxis and connect with drivers. It offers last-mile delivery for meals and packages, supports local businesses with a marketplace and order management dashboard featuring analytics, and enables individuals to work as drivers, delivery personnel, or merchandise tran...
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    Valeo launches new electric powertrain manufacturing line in Pune, India
    Valeo has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing line dedicated to electric powertrain systems at its Pune, India, plant in the presence of Velusamy R, president, Automotive Business, Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd.; and Xavier Dupont, Valeo Power Division CEO. Valeo has been selected by Mahindra to provide the electric powertrain for its new Born Electric platform. The Pune facility features highly advanced manufacturing capabilities to produce the 3-in-1 electric axle (e-axle), inte...
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    Toyota to join Daimler Truck and Volvo Group as equal shareholders in Cellcentric
    Daimler Truck AG, the Volvo Group, Cellcentric and Toyota Motor Corp. have signed a nonbinding agreement to cooperate in the fuel-cell system joint venture Cellcentric, the three companies said in a joint announcement on March 31. The three automakers intend to collaborate based on an equal shareholding with Toyota as the third JV partner to Cellcentric. The partnership aims to develop, produce and commercialize fuel-cell systems for heavy-duty vehicles and other heavy-duty applications wi...
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    Nissan recalls new LEAF in Japan over high-voltage battery safety risk
    On March 27, Nissan issued a recall in Japan for the new LEAF due to a high-voltage battery issue. In a statement, the automaker said the recall was due to improperly manufactured electrode plates used in the battery cells, which could cause fragments to adhere to the modules. If the battery is repeatedly charged, it can short-circuit, triggering a malfunction warning or, in the worst-case scenario, overheating or even catching fire. Only one fire has been reported, involv...
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    DENSO adopts new mid-term management plan CORE 2030, targeting sales of $50 billion, operating margin of over 10%
    On March 31, 2026, DENSO Corp.'s board of directors approved a new mid-term management plan, called CORE 2030, covering the fiscal years 2026/27 through 2030/31. Under the new management plan, the Japan-based leading automotive supplier aims to achieve sales of over ¥8 trillion, an operating profit margin exceeding 10%, and a return on equity (ROE) exceeding 11%. For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, DENSO is expecting sales of ¥7.4 trillion, an operating profit margin of 7.2%, and an R...
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    AIWAYS
    Aiways Automobile Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells electric vehicles. The company provides electric-based SUV U5, U6, and U7 models. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Shangrao, China.
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    LeapMotor
    Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., Ltd. engages in the research and development, production, and sale of new energy vehicles in Mainland China and internationally. The company offers C01, a smart electric sedan; C11, a smart electric SUV; T03, a smart battery electric vehicle; and C10, a globalized strategic model. It is also involved in the manufacture and sale of electric vehicles and components; providing electric vehicle charging operation and aftersales services; new energy vehicle retail; ...
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    Revoy
    Revoy provides electric power solutions and related services that enable existing diesel trucks to operate as hybrids. The company offers electric vehicle units that attach to diesel trucks, featuring a battery-powered EV module with a 525 kWh LFP battery pack for extended electric driving. Swapping stations are available along major shipping routes for exchanging depleted EV units, and services include a mobile app for route planning, EV reservation, range monitoring, safety alerts, and advance...
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    Scuter
    Scuter Srl operates a mobility service providing electric vehicles designed for shared urban transportation, including vehicle production, software platforms, and fleet management. The company provides electric three-wheeled vehicles for urban shared mobility, accessible through a dedicated app for rental, driving, and parking. It offers a software platform and mobile applications supporting fleet management, user registration, payments, maintenance, cybersecurity, data processing, online market...
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    ubiq
    TWAICE Technologies GmbH designs and develops battery analytics software designed to optimize the development and operation of lithium-ion batteries. The company’s platform enables electric vehicle and battery manufacturers, fleet operators, and financial service providers to accelerate product development, improve performance, ensure long-term reliability, extend life, and mitigate the financial risks of batteries. The company's products include a battery model platform and a battery model li...
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    Seat & Cupra starts battery system series production at Martorell for electric urban models
    Seat & Cupra has begun series production of battery systems at its Martorell, Spain, plant, marking the final step before the series production of the Cupra Raval, which is described as the first model of the Brand Group Core's Electric Urban Car Family and is scheduled to hit the streets this summer. The same battery systems will also power the Volkswagen (VW) ID. Polo, the other electric model to be manufactured at this facility. According to Markus Haupt, CEO of Seat & Cupra, this ...
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    Hyundai Motor Group and SK On name US battery JV Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America
    Hyundai Motor Group and SK On have officially named their US battery joint venture Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America, abbreviated as HSBMA. The announcement was made in a LinkedIn post by Hyundai-SK America Green Power Energy, which had been the JV's provisional name, stating that the finalized name is HSBMA. The JV, unveiled April 25, 2023, is owned equally by Hyundai Motor Group and SK On, with each holding a 50% stake. The facility in Bartow County, Georgia, is more than 90% co...
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    General Motors extends Factory ZERO EV plant shutdown amid weaker demand and layoffs
    General Motors (GM) is idling its Detroit electric vehicle plant, known as Factory ZERO, until April 13, extending downtime that began on March 16. A GM spokesperson said Factory ZERO will temporarily adjust production to align EV production with market demand, and the temporary layoff affects 1,300 workers. The plant produces vehicles, including the Chevrolet Silverado EV and Hummer EV, and has experienced choppy production over the last year as GM confronts waning demand for battery-powered...
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    Building resilient automotive supply chains: lessons from an era of disruption
    For much of the past three decades, the global automotive industry pursued a single organizing principle: efficiency. Supply chains stretched across continents, inventories shrank to a minimum, and production schedules ran with metronomic precision. Components flowed from thousands of suppliers in tightly choreographed sequences, allowing manufacturers to build increasingly complex vehicles at ever lower cost. Then the shocks began. The Fukushima earthquake and tsunami first exposed the fr...
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    Kia commences production of all-electric EV2 in Europe
    South Korean carmaker Kia has begun production of the EV2, its second fully electric vehicle to be assembled in Europe, marking another step in Kia's electrification strategy for the region. The B-segment sport utility vehicle is being assembled at Kia Slovakia following a modernization program on the production lines that was completed in 2025. Soohang Chang, president and CEO at Kia Europe, said the start of production for the EV2 continues to verify the company's technical cap...
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    BYD secures a new 2.6-GWh energy storage order in Chile
    BYD has obtained a new order to supply energy storage systems (ESS) for a clean energy project in Chile, representing further progress for its expanding energy storage business. The Chinese new-energy vehicle (NEV) and battery-maker partnered with Spanish renewable energy firm Grenergy to secure the new 2.6 gigawatt-hours overseas order, according to a statement on March 27. BYD will provide 468 of its MC Cube-T energy storage systems to the Central Oasis solar-plus-storage project ...
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    Adoption of semisolid batteries expand to light trucks in mainland China
    The adoption of semisolid-state batteries in mainland China is extending from passenger cars to commercial vehicles, specifically the light truck sector, thanks to CALB's newly launched solid-liquid hybrid battery, which powers Chery Automobile's light trucks. The development is described as one of the first large-scale applications of semisolid-state battery technology in light commercial vehicles (LCVs), broadening its commercial use. According to the report, CALB's semisolid...
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    Geotab launches hardware-free, native telematics solution for Hyundai in Europe
    Geotab has announced the launch of its integrated solution for Hyundai vehicles across Europe, using original equipment manufacturer-embedded telematics already built into supported Hyundai models to transmit data directly to the MyGeotab platform. This removes the need for retrofitting additional hardware and eliminates aftermarket equipment and installation expenses, providing a cost advantage for fleets. The collaboration enables fleets to manage their Hyundai vehicles, including internal ...
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    India urges automakers and suppliers to curb fuel use and shift from oil amid Iran war impact
    India has asked automakers and parts suppliers to tighten production schedules to conserve fuel amid fears of shortages caused by disrupted oil and gas imports from the Gulf due to the Iran war, Reuters reported March 27, citing a government memo dated March 25 seen by the news agency. The heavy industries ministry has also urged companies to shift factory operations from oil-based fuels to electricity and to use recycled aluminum or alternative materials as shortages and costs rise. For Indi...
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    Stellantis production disrupted by dispute with chassis module supplier ZF over payments
    A payment dispute between Stellantis ZF Chassis Modules (Windsor) has halted production at Stellantis' Toluca plant in Mexico for over two weeks and is threatening the automaker’s operations in Canada, CBT News reported March 27, citing a lawsuit filed by the Germany-based supplier in Michigan, US. Stellantis said the Toluca facility, which produces the Jeep Compass and Cherokee sport utility vehicle, has been shut down since March 14 after the supplier stopped shipping suspension modules a...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 30 March 2026
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    Jaguar Land Rover temporarily halts production at Solihull plant due to supplier constraints
    Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), owned by Tata Motors, has temporarily halted production on certain vehicle lines at its Solihull manufacturing facility in the UK due to a supply constraint from an unnamed supplier. The company, in a regulatory filing by Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., did not specify the duration of the production pause but assured that the disruption is short-term and limited in scope. Efforts are underway to resolve the issue swiftly with the supplier to minimize impacts on c...
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    Ather Energy
    Ather Energy Limited, an electric vehicle company, engages in the design, development, and sale of electric two-wheelers, and associated product ecosystem. The company also offers vehicle architecture and chassis; battery packs and battery management system; vehicle control unit; touchscreen dashboard; motor controller; transmission; signal harness; and fast charging system. In addition, it provides charging infrastructure, software and accessories. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is he...
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    Lavelle Bikes
    Lavelle Bikes Limited designs and manufactures custom bicycles and bicycle components, including carbon fiber wheels and hubs. It offers limited edition custom e-bikes featuring internal transmissions, carbon fiber monocoque frames, and aerospace-grade machining. The company provides carbon fiber wheelsets for gravel, endurance, and road cycling, equipped with precision-engineered hubs that feature patented triple barrier sealing, auto-preload systems, titanium axles, and two clutch systems. Its...
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    Lucid Motors
    Lucid Group, Inc., a technology company, designs, develops, manufactures, and sells electric vehicles (EV), EV powertrains, and battery systems. The company provides Lucid Air sedan and Lucid Gravity SUV. It also designs and develops proprietary software in-house for Lucid vehicles. The company sells vehicles directly to consumers through its retail sales network and direct online sales, including Lucid Financial Services. The company is headquartered in Newark, California. Lucid Group, Inc. is ...
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    WM Motor
    WM Motor is a provider of new energy vehicles and travel solutions in mainland China. The company manufactures and develops energy conserving electric vehicles in addition to intelligent data hardware, enabling consumers to utilize smart cars that are efficient and energy conserving.
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    Volkswagen Group subsidiary PowerCo appoints René Reif as new COO
    Volkswagen (VW) Group’s subsidiary PowerCo SE has appointed René Reif as its new COO and member of the executive board with effect from April 1, the company announced March 25. This decision was approved by the supervisory board of PowerCo, VW said in a note, adding that Reif has been working for PowerCo since 2025 and was most recently responsible for the construction of the St. Thomas gigafactory in Canada. Previously, Reif worked for Daimler AG for over 30 years in mul...
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    CLEPA survey shows automotive suppliers face higher profitability challenges in 2026
    Nearly one in four automotive suppliers in Europe expects to report losses in 2026, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) reported in its Spring 2026 Pulse Check survey. According to the survey, 76% of automotive suppliers anticipate profitability below the sustainable level of 5%, a slight decline from the 70% noted in the previous survey in autumn 2025. Additionally, the percentage of suppliers expecting negative profitability has risen to 24%, up from 15%.  To manag...
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    LetzRyd
    LetzRyd operates a platform providing urban mobility solutions through a fleet of vehicles, offering ride services and vehicle leasing programs. The company provides compact cars and eco-friendly vehicles for daily commutes and special journeys, and enables individuals to become driver-partners with flexible hours and a transparent payment mechanism. It manages vehicle maintenance, insurance, and scheduled services for its fleet, and operates a vehicle lease alternate investment program where in...
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    ShenZhen Tenways Technovation Limited
    ShenZhen Tenways Technovation Limited manufactures e-bikes. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Shenzhen, China.
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    Zhizi Automotive Technology
    Zhizi Automotive Technology Co., Ltd. is a new energy intelligent commercial vehicle company. It is mainly engaged in pure electric, hydrogen energy, and other new energy intelligent heavy truck products. The company was founded in 2022 and is based in China.
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    Sony Honda Mobility halts Afeela EV development amid Honda’s strategy shift
    Sony Honda Mobility, a joint venture between Sony and Honda, has decided to halt the development of its Afeela electric vehicles following Honda's decision to reduce its EV plans. Honda's recent strategy shift includes a substantial writedown of up to ¥2.5 trillion (about $15.7 billion), leading to its first annual loss in over 70 years. This move comes amid diminishing support for EVs in the US and lower-than-expected demand in Europe, which has also impacted other automakers such as Ford a...
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    Tesla and SpaceX to build advanced chip facility Terafab in Austin
    Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans for Tesla and SpaceX to develop an advanced chip facility in Austin, Texas, known as Terafab, in response to the growing need for computing power amid a global chip shortage. Terafab will consist of two facilities, each producing a specific chip design. One will focus on AI chips for Tesla's electric vehicles and Optimus humanoid robots, and the other on AI chips for SpaceX's space-based data centers. Musk emphasized the necessity of Terafab by stating that wi...
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    BAIC unveils sodium-ion batteries with 450-km range in mainland China
    Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC Group) has unveiled further details about its sodium-ion battery technology following a significant announcement previously. The Chinese automaker has reported that its sodium-ion battery can provide a driving range of 450 kilometers and boasts a cell energy density exceeding 170 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg), placing it among the industry's top-tier offerings. This development underlines BAIC's commitment to compete with rivals in the growing Chinese market f...
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    Toyota plans to invest $1 billion in its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US
    Japanese automaker Toyota plans to invest $1 billion across its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US, the company announced March 23, as it marked 40 years of its Kentucky plant, Toyota’s largest manufacturing plant worldwide. The carmaker said that the investment is part of its commitment to invest up to $10 billion in its US plants over the next five years. Notably, the company had first announced its $10 billion investment in the US in November 2025. Toyota said that of $1 ...
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    Polestar scales battery circularity with 50% recycled cobalt
    Polestar has advanced its strategy for battery circularity, with the Polestar 2 and Polestar 3 models now incorporating at least 50% recycled cobalt in their batteries. This effort is part of a broader initiative to reduce the dependency on virgin materials, enhance value chain transparency and promote sustainable resource usage. Polestar's strategy on circularity of critical materials not only focuses on sourcing materials but also on extending battery life and value during the vehicle's usa...
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    GAC AION New Energy Automobile
    GAC Ai´an New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd manufactures electric cars and accessories. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Guangzhou, China. GAC Ai´an New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd operates as a subsidiary of Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd.
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    Ride1Up
    Ride1Up, Inc. designs and manufactures electric bikes equipped with name-brand components. The company offers a modular mounting system called connect+tm, enabling users to attach and detach accessories such as cargo racks, coolers, and pet baskets across multiple bike models. It provides customer support through a US-based team, assisting with product issues, warranty claims, and maintenance guidance via articles and videos. The company ships bikes and replacement parts within the US and Canada...
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    Volkswagen recalls nearly 100,000 EVs over battery module issues
    Volkswagen is reportedly recalling nearly 100,000 electric vehicles due to issues related to battery modules, with approximately 28,000 of these vehicles located in Germany. This recall affects nearly 75,000 vehicles from Volkswagen's ID. series and about 20,000 Cupra Borns that were manufactured between February 2022 and August 2024. The problem stems from battery modules that do not meet specifications, which can lead to reduced range and pose a fire risk. As part of the recall process, ...
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    General Motors begins highway testing of eyes-off self-driving system
    General Motors' (GM) next-generation automated technology, which has been trained on millions of real-world miles and thoroughly tested in simulated scenarios, begins supervised public-road testing on highways across California, US, and Michigan, US. The testing will involve over 200 manual and supervised development vehicles operating in live traffic environments, each with a trained test driver at the wheel to take manual control if needed. This phase marks an important transition from manual ...
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    Drive lah
    Drive Lah Pte. Ltd. operates a peer-to-peer car-sharing platform that connects car owners with individuals seeking to rent vehicles. The platform offers a selection of vehicles for rent, including compact cars, sedans, luxury vehicles, and SUVs from brands such as Audi, BMW, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, Porsche, Toyota, Volvo, and Mazda. The company provides comprehensive insurance coverage for all rentals, including unlimited third-party liability and no claims discount prot...
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    Porsche eyes EV growth, to launch 10 new models in South Korea
    Porsche has announced plans to launch over 10 new models in South Korea in 2026, beginning with the East Asian debut of the Cayenne Electric, as part of its strategy to enhance its presence in the high-performance electric vehicle market. At a press conference in Seoul, South Korea, Porsche Korea CEO Mathias Busse highlighted the introduction of the Cayenne Electric, the South Korea-exclusive Panamera Red Exclusive, and the new 911 Turbo S and Macan GTS. He emphasized the importance of bringi...
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    Nio’s battery asset operator Mirattery raises fresh funds
    Mirattery, the battery asset operator for Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio's battery leasing business, has issued a new green Asset Backed Medium-term Notes (ABN) to support its battery-as-a-service (BaaS) operations. The company has successfully issued the first tranche of its 2026 green targeted ABN, amounting to 1 billion yuan (about $145 million), which has received strong interest from investors. The positive investor response and decreasing issuance price demonstrate Mirattery's ex...
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    Mahindra partners HPCL to expand EV charging infrastructure across India
    Charge_iN by Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M), a leading Indian automaker, and Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd. (HPCL) have announced a collaborative partnership to install electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) at HPCL fuel stations across India. This collaboration aims to utilize HPCL's extensive network of over 24,400 retail outlets and more than 5,400 existing EVCS to develop EV charging infrastructure. This initiative is expected to enhance the experience for EV users and promote EV...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 23 March 2026
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    Leapmotor launches its first R&D facility in Germany
    Mainland Chinese automaker Leapmotor has inaugurated its first overseas innovation center in Munich. The newly opened research and development facility is aimed at overseeing the design iterations and conceptual development of future electric vehicle models. This facility signifies Leapmotor's strategic shift from exporting products to exporting design. Positioned in Schwabing-Freimann, a cultural hub in northern Munich, the center constitutes part of Leapmotor's global design network, which ...
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    Nio plans to commence internal testing of its fifth-generation battery-swap stations soon
    Nio Inc is set to introduce its fifth-generation battery swap stations that are expected to support all three of its brands, following a redesign that caused a delay in the original timeline. The company plans to start internal testing in late March, which will include support for vehicles from the Firefly sub-brand. Between May and June, Nio intends to establish five to ten pioneer battery swap stations for trial operations, with a mass rollout scheduled for July and August. This rollout is ...
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    BAIC Group unveils sodium-ion battery prototype, energy density exceeds 170 Wh/kg
    Beijing Automotive Group Co. (BAIC Group) has announced new advancements in sodium-ion batteries, underscoring its commitment to next-generation power battery technologies. The Chinese automaker has developed a sodium-ion battery prototype that meets industry-leading standards and has expanded its Aurora Battery platform to include lithium-ion, solid-state and sodium-ion technologies, thereby establishing an independent battery system for diverse applications. The sodium battery pack features...
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    ZF extends CFO Michael Frick's contract until May 2031
    At a supervisory board meeting held March 18, ZF decided to extend CFO Michael Frick's contract until the end of May 2031. Rolf Breidenbach, chairman of the supervisory board, said that the extension signifies confidence in Frick's financial leadership and aims to provide stability to employees, customers and the capital market, particularly as financial discipline and debt reduction are critical. Frick has been a member of ZF’s management board since December 2022. Before joining...
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    Aptera
    Aptera Motors Corp. engages in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of solar electric vehicles. The company's flagship vehicle, paradigm-shifting solar electric vehicle, leverages breakthroughs in aerodynamics, material science, and solar technology to pursue new levels efficiency. It offers Aptera, a three-wheeled, two-passenger vehicle. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.
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    Deepway
    Conigital Ltd offers integrated transport automation software. The company’s software include ConICAV, an integrated solution to improve asset management, customer experience, and operational efficiency; ConAV, a vehicle automation solution; ConAPP, a passenger mobility application that provides passengers and operators with access to automated vehicle services on their mobile devices; ConOP, an operational asset management platform; CONNIE, an in-vehicle concierge, infotainment, and entertain...
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    Harbinger
    Harbinger Motors Inc. designs and manufactures vertically integrated electric vehicle platform at zero acquisition premium for commercial fleet operators and other medium-duty vehicle customers. It offers a driver focused chassis architecture for commercial walk-in vans, recreational vehicles, and box trucks. Harbinger Motors Inc. was formerly known as Electron Transport Inc. and changed its name to Harbinger Motors Inc. in August 2022. The company was incorporated in 2021 and is based in Garden...
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    Jidu Auto
    Jidu Automobile Co., Ltd. operates as an electric vehicle (EV)automotive manufacturer and manufactures robot cars. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Jiading, China.
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    Nada
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    Rimac Automobili
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    Via Motors
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    Leading mainland Chinese automaker BYD plans to introduce its first set of flash-charging stations outside of mainland China. These new-generation flash chargers are capable of providing up to 1,500 kilowatts to a single electric vehicle. The installation of these high-power charging stations is slated to begin in the coming weeks with the launch of the updated Denza Z9GT model in Europe. The said EV model will debut in Paris on April 8. The BYD Denza Z9GT is powered by the company's ...
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    Hyundai and Kia expand partnership with NVIDIA for advanced autonomous driving technology
    Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. have announced an expanded strategic partnership with NVIDIA to further develop autonomous driving technology. This collaboration focuses on advancing the future autonomous vehicle ecosystem within the software-defined vehicle (SDV) and autonomous driving markets. Hyundai Motor Group plans to integrate NVIDIA's autonomous driving technology, specifically Level 2 and above, into select vehicle models. This integration aims to enhance customer safety and convenience...
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    Mainland Chinese automakers reduce supplier payment cycles to 60 days, support SMEs
    Major automakers in mainland China have initiated measures to shorten payment cycles to suppliers, honoring their commitments made in June 2025 to cap payment terms at 60 days. This decision followed a revision by the State Council of the Regulations on Ensuring Payments to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The initiative aims to alleviate cash flow pressures on suppliers, particularly benefiting SMEs, and enhance the overall stability of the automotive supply chain. A survey by the ...
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    ChargePoint collaborates with Ford Pro in Germany and the UK
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    Honda scraps development of three EV models slated for production in North America
    Honda Motor Co. Ltd. has scrapped three planned electric vehicle models in North America as part of a reassessment of its electrification strategy due to the recent changes brought by the evolving policy landscape in the US.  This decision will lead to expected losses in the company's consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The cancellation follows a strategic shift toward EVs, initially driven by a commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and aligned...
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    Mercedes-Benz denies report of new EV platform development with Geely
    Mercedes-Benz is reportedly planning the development of a new global compact electric vehicle platform utilizing Geely's electronic and electrical architecture, although Mercedes-Benz later denied this report as fabricated and untrue. According to a mainland Chinese media outlet, the new platform, codenamed Phoenix, will be based on Geely's GEEA (Geely Electronic & Electrical Architecture) 4.0 platform, with the development focus shifting to mainland China. The Mercedes-Benz China R&D...
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    Nissan Leaf EV batteries power EV charging stations in Port of Vigo, Spain
    Nissan is promoting the circular use of its electric vehicle batteries by supporting a new ultrafast EV charging solution at the Port of Vigo, Spain. The initiative involves a collaboration with Spanish energy storage and EV charging company Little Electric Energy, which has developed a plug-and-play solution called Green Charge Flex. This system has repurposed 12 Nissan Leaf 30-kilowatt-hour battery packs into a 300-kWh energy storage system (ESS) to support charging infrastructure at the port,...
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    Unagi Scooters
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